Assessing and Managing the Acutely Ill Patient for Nursing Associates (Paperback)

Paperback. Acutely ill adults present in a variety of settings and caring for them is a key part of the nursing associate role. This book equips you with the skills and knowledge to assess the acutely ill adult and manage their care. Each chapter follows a case study of a patient presenting with an acute illness, working step by step through their assessment and care while drawing on relevant pathophysiology, pharmacology and evidence-based practice. Written in clear language specifically for the nursing associate, this is you prefect introduction to the world of acute care. Key features - Fully mapped to the NMC Standards of Proficiency for Nursing Associates (2018) - Introduces a range of commonly encountered acute illnesses across different body systems - A unique case study approach makes understanding complex theory, pathophysiology and pharmacology much easier through the lens real-world practice scenarios - Focussed specifically on the requirements of the nursing associate role, helping you to develop into a confident professional practitioner Mapped to the 2018 NMC Standards, this book equips trainee nursing associates with the knowledge and skills to assess and manage the care of the acutely ill patient, with links to pathophysiology, pharmacology and evidence-based practice. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.